Verdict
The BMW M3 Touring is the hard-charging choice: 523 hp, 650 Nm and a 3.6-second 0-100 km/h time make the Velar’s 247 hp, 365 Nm and 6.7 seconds look distinctly relaxed. Its RM898,800 price is RM260,000 above the Range Rover Velar’s, while annual road tax is also far steeper at RM2,113 versus RM439. The Velar fights back with a 673-litre boot, panoramic sunroof and 7.6 L/100 km rated economy. For a Malaysian buyer carrying family and luggage, it is the more sensible spend; the BMW earns its premium through pace and driver-assistance hardware.
Pick the BMW M3 Touring if 523 hp, 3.6-second 0-100 km/h acceleration and adaptive cruise control matter more than a RM260,000 saving.
Pick the Land Rover Range Rover Velar if you want the 673-litre boot, panoramic sunroof and five-year/65,000 km maintenance cover for far less money.
Key differences
- Price: BMW M3 Touring RM898,800; Land Rover Range Rover Velar RM638,800.
- Performance: BMW M3 Touring 523 hp, 650 Nm and 0-100 km/h in 3.6 seconds; Range Rover Velar 247 hp, 365 Nm and 6.7 seconds.
- Boot space: BMW M3 Touring 500 litres; Range Rover Velar 673 litres.
- Annual road tax: BMW M3 Touring RM2,113; Range Rover Velar RM439.
- Warranty: BMW M3 Touring two years with unlimited mileage; Range Rover Velar five years/65,000 km, including free scheduled maintenance.
- Driver assistance: BMW M3 Touring gets adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and lane-keeping steering correction; Range Rover Velar has passive cruise…
M3 Touring
- 523 hp and 650 Nm with 3.6-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- Adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and lane-keeping steering correction.
- 360-degree camera, auto parking and six rear parking sensors.
- RM260,000 dearer and RM1,674 more in annual road tax.
- 500-litre boot trails the Velar’s 673 litres.
- No panoramic sunroof; warranty is two years versus five years/65,000 km.
Range Rover Velar
- 673-litre boot and panoramic sunroof.
- RM260,000 lower purchase price and RM439 annual road tax.
- Five-year/65,000 km warranty with free scheduled maintenance.
- 247 hp and 6.7-second 0-100 km/h performance fall well behind the BMW’s 523 hp and 3.6 seconds.
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist or blind-spot information system.
- Passive cruise control and reverse camera only, versus the BMW’s adaptive cruise control, 360-degree camera and auto parking.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM898,800 | RM638,800✓ |
| Body type | Wagon | SUV |
| Segment | Compact Executive | Compact Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM2,113 | RM439✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with Twin Turbochargers, Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift | 16 valve, DOHC, variable intake and exhaust cam timing, variable intake valve lift, twin-scroll turbo |
| Capacity | 2,993 cc | 1,997 cc |
| Horsepower | 523 hp✓ | 247 hp |
| Torque | 650 Nm✓ | 365 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 83 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.5 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-Speed Steptronic Sport Transmission | ZF 8HP45 |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 3.6 seconds✓ | 6.7 seconds |
| Rated Economy | — | 7.6 L/100 km |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h✓ | 217 km/h |
| Co2 | — | 173 g/km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,801 mm | 4,803 mm |
| Width | 1,903 mm | 2,145 mm |
| Height | 1,446 mm | 1,665 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,857 mm | 2,874 mm |
| Weight | 1,925 kg | 1,804 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 59 litres | 63 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 500 litres | 673 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 275/35R19 | 265/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 295/30R20 | 265/45R21 |
| Spare Tyre | Tyre Repair Kit | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S | Continental CrossContact LX Sport |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Germany (CBU) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 19" Double Spoke Style 825 M Bicolour | 21" Seven-spoke Style 1033 Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Double Spoke Style 825 M Bicolour | 21" Seven-spoke Style 1033 Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Adaptive M Suspension, M Sport Differential | Adaptive Dynamics, Intelligent Driveline Dynamics, Terrain Response |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | — |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electric for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available on Two Outer Rear Passenger Seats | Available for two outer rear passenger seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Adaptive LED Projectors with High Beam Assist | Matrix LED |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory Function | 10-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Rear Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 14.9" BMW Curved Display Live Cockpit Professional, 16-Speaker Harman Kardon Sound System | 10" InControl Navigation Pro, Touch Pro Duo, 17-speaker 825W Meridian sound system |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Powered boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, with 360-degree Camera | Yes |
| Auto Parking | Yes | No |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | Unlimited✓ | 65,000 km |
| Warranty Mileage Extended | Unlimited | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 2 years | 5 years✓ |
| Warranty Extended | 5 years | — |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/65,000 km free scheduled maintenance |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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M3 Touring vs Range Rover Velar FAQ
Is the BMW M3 Touring or Land Rover Range Rover Velar better?
The BMW M3 Touring is better for outright performance and active safety, with 523 hp, 3.6-second acceleration, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist. The Range Rover Velar is better for luggage capacity, lower running taxes and a longer maintenance-backed warranty.
What is the price difference?
The BMW M3 Touring costs RM260,000 more than the Land Rover Range Rover Velar.
Which has the bigger boot and better family practicality?
The Range Rover Velar has the bigger 673-litre boot, 173 litres more than the BMW M3 Touring’s 500 litres. Both seat five and have 40:20:40 split-folding rear seats, but the Velar also has a panoramic sunroof.